Words from our clients

The people at Kitchen Classics have tremendous integrity, and their field workers do, too.”

I was really impressed by the fact that Kitchen Classics follows up and wants everything to work well.”

Kitchen Classics listened to us and came up with the best way to accomplish what we wanted and make it look fantastic too.”

Kitchen Classics is wonderful to work with. In their hands, I knew that my master closet and bathroom designs were going to be figured out. I can’t say enough about Kitchen Classics and everyone there.”

Kitchen Classics stuck to our budget - to the penny!”

They were able to save money for us in some places but still save the integrity of the design.”

I would absolutely work with Kitchen Classics again. I trust their judgment. I know their quality. They were so delightful to work with.”

Kitchen Classics stood out by being patient in working through a number of alternatives to get the design just right and by being fussy about design details.”

My additional requests were met with enthusiasm and handled in the appropriate amount of time. I would feel comfortable calling Kitchen Classics again anytime. Just delightful to work with.”

The quality of the Kitchen Classics design work - there was no comparison - it surpassed any other kitchen place I contacted. Kitchen Classics was just so innovative and they just dug deeper into solutions.”

One of the strengths of Kitchen Classics is that it’s a small shop. I felt like I had no competition for their time. They returned phone calls promptly. It was easy to communicate by phone or email.”

Would I work with Kitchen Classics again? Absolutely.”

I liked collaborating with Kitchen Classics and am so happy with my beautiful kitchen.”

Kitchen Classics provides custom millwork design, fabrication and installation. We specialize in individually tailored solutions for kitchen, bath, laundry, closets, library, home theater or most any place you wish to beautify or improve. By working with a select group of millwork partners, we deliver both value and service for our clients.

Our size allows us to treat each of our clients with the highest level of personal care. We have the tools, resources and flexibility to make the process seamless, simple and rewarding for the homeowner. From space planning to detailing, from interior organization to appliances to hardware and countertops, we work with you every step of the way. We will bring your vision to life through attentive collaboration, hand-drawn sketches and plans, designs that blend form with function, and the utmost attention to detail throughout the process.

Our mission is simply to help you realize your vision for your home.

We are led by Chuck Heller, a National Kitchen and Bath Association award winning designer. Chuck and his wife Katherine carry on the Kitchen Classics’ tradition of excellence first established by Ed and Nancy Hillner back in 1976. The two couples first met in 2000 during the course of a major home renovation that the Hellers had undertaken. The passionate, attentive approach taken by Kitchen Classics appealed greatly to the Hellers, and a bond soon formed. Chuck’s life-long passion for home restoration and renovation and the Hellers’ successful experience with Kitchen Classics led to their acquisition of the business in early 2005.

Chuck Heller: “We were most grateful for the opportunity to work with the Hillners through their retirement in 2007. Our present team includes Jim Lyden, a long-time employee, who contributes a wealth of knowledge through his background as an architect and extensive experience with custom millwork. Jim’s wife, Jan, and a deeply experienced installation and field service staff round out our organization. As a team, we provide to our clients a solid platform of design sense, an architect’s sense of space and proportion, expertise in millwork, the knowledge borne from our extensive training, research and education in our specialty field, and the highest level of personal service that has always been a hallmark of the Kitchen Classics experience.”

Our commitment is to provide the highest level of value and service to our clients.

We undertake projects that range broadly in size and budget; our breadth of products and services provides the flexibility to meet your objectives. Through continuous market research and product evaluation, we bring to our clients the latest inspiring yet pragmatic kitchen design trends and product offerings.

Completion of a project is just the beginning of a client relationship. You can count on us to be there for you for years of service and support as you enjoy your home. Because of our history, knowledge, workmanship, creativity, integrity and personal attention, we have been fortunate to retain many long-term clients and continue to work with our many valued friends.

Kitchen Classics provides custom and semi-custom cabinetry design, fabrication and installation for Chicago and the North Shore, conveniently located near Evanston, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe, Highland Park and Lake Forest. Whether you are planning a home remodel, addition, or construction of a new home, our award-winning designers will help you with cabinets, flooring, countertops, appliances, lighting and all other details for your kitchen, bath, home theater, mudroom and laundry.